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Franklin Asiaka

Bundamba,QLD

Summary

Highly-motivated mental health counsellor with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counselling /Domestic & Family Violence

UnitingCare Family Services
Auchenflower Garden , QLD
07.2021 - Current
  • Provided evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists and social workers to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Monitored client progress by creating measurable goals and objectives in each session.
  • Educated patients on various mental health topics, including stress management techniques and coping skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Advised family members on how best to support their loved one's recovery process.
  • Referred clients to outside resources if necessary for additional help or support.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Created an environment that was safe, nonjudgmental, respectful, confidential, supportive, empowering and healing for all patients.
  • Counseled parents with child rearing problems and detailed coping mechanisms to put into practice.

Crisis Supporter

Lifestyles Solutions
Sydney , NSW
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals dealing with a variety of life issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and relationship conflicts.
  • Maintained accurate records of all client interactions using an electronic health record system.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations by providing crisis intervention services.
  • Assisted clients in identifying resources available within the community such as housing assistance or employment opportunities.
  • Collaborated with other mental health professionals to coordinate care for clients in need of additional services.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Southern Cross University
QLD
11-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Management

University of Tasmania
TAS
07-2015

Skills

  • Grief counselling
  • Mental health awareness
  • Attend to needs
  • Empowerment
  • Care
  • Substance Abuse Counselling
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Family reunification specialist
  • Cultural competence
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Patient-centred care
  • Motivational enhancement therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Suicide prevention specialist
  • Crisis Management
  • Behavioural therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Mental Health Assessment

Certification

·Certificate III Nursing 2015

·Certificate IV In Youth, Child, and Family Intervention 2018

·Diploma in Youth Work /Community Services 2019

·Advanced Diploma in Psychology 2019

Timeline

Counselling /Domestic & Family Violence

UnitingCare Family Services
07.2021 - Current

Crisis Supporter

Lifestyles Solutions
08.2018 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Social Work

Southern Cross University

Bachelor of Arts - Management

University of Tasmania

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